DUI Defense law in South Dakota covers DUI/DWI charges, implied consent violations, license suspensions, ignition interlock requirements, and repeat offender penalties. When these legal matters arise, having the right attorney can make a significant difference in the outcome. South Dakota has its own statutes, court procedures, and legal standards that apply specifically to DUI defense cases, and attorneys who practice in Circuit Court regularly understand the nuances that affect how these matters are resolved.

South Dakota classifies impaired driving offenses as DUI. After an arrest, you face two parallel proceedings: a criminal case in Circuit Court and an administrative hearing that could result in license suspension. The administrative hearing request deadline is typically 7 to 30 days after arrest — missing it means automatic suspension. An attorney who regularly handles DUI cases in South Dakota knows how to challenge the evidence and protect your driving privileges.

Choosing the right DUI defense attorney in South Dakota means evaluating more than just qualifications — it means finding someone who understands the local legal system and has handled similar cases. Use the profiles on this page to compare attorney experience, read client reviews, check office locations, and identify lawyers who offer free initial consultations. Taking the time to compare options can significantly affect your outcome.

For a detailed overview of how DUI defense law works in South Dakota — including key statutes, deadlines, and what to expect from the legal process — Read our complete guide to DUI defense law in South Dakota. If you're ready to take the next step, browse the attorney profiles below and reach out for a free consultation.

Stephen Daniel Demik - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Law Office of Stephen D. Demik
 974 S Gramercy Pl Apt 204 Los Angeles CA 90019
Tulane Univ
French, Portuguese, Spanish
Bar #50382
California Bar
Active License
Verified
Appeals & Appellate Civil Rights Criminal Law
Adam Bryson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 401 3rd Street Suite 7 Rapid City SD 57701
(605) 593-8972
Rutgers School of Law-Camden
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Business Law Civil Rights
Matthew Skinner - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
SKINNER LAW
 508 Columbus Street Rapid City SD 57701
(605) 388-0242
Creighton University School of Law (1993)
South Dakota Bar
Active License
Cannabis & Marijuana Law Criminal Law Divorce
Brett Waltner - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Myers Billion LLP
 230 S. Phillips Ave., Ste. 300 Sioux Falls SD 57104
(605) 336-3700
University of South Dakota School of Law (2004)
Federal District Court, District of South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Landlord Tenant
Gina Ruggieri - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Southern Hills Law Office
 40 N. 5th St. Suite B Custer SD 57730
(605) 673-2503
English
U.S. District Court of South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law DUI & DWI
Brooke Swier Schloss - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Swier Law Office, Prof. LLC
 2121 W. 63rd Place - Suite 200 Sioux Falls SD 57108
(605) 275-5669
Mount Marty College
English
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
Garland Lee Goff - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Garland L. Goff Lawyer at Law, LLC
 220 N 5th Street Custer SD 57730
(605) 673-3529
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law DUI & DWI Estate Planning
Taylor Hayes - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Swier Law Office, Prof. LLC
 2121 W. 63rd Place, Suite 200 Sioux Falls SD 57108
(605) 275-5669
Unknown Status
Business Law Criminal Law DUI & DWI
Eric M. Schlimgen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Schlimgen Law Office
 611 Dahl Road Suite 1 Spearfish SD 57783
(605) 340-1340
University of South Dakota (2013)
English
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Cannabis & Marijuana Law Collections Criminal Law
Timothy Rensch - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Rensch Law
 832 St. Joseph St. Rapid City SD 57701
(605) 341-1111
University of South Dakota School of Law
English
South Dakota Bar
Active License
Criminal Law DUI & DWI
Janet C. Olson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 519 W. 10th Street Sioux Falls SD 57104
(605) 271-1422
University of South Dakota School of Law (2001)
South Dakota Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
Robert Pasqualucci - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Pasqualucci Law Office
 550 N. 5th St Rapid City SD 57701
(605) 721-8821
University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Law (1990)
English
South Dakota Bar
Active License
Criminal Law Divorce DUI & DWI
J. Scott James - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Southern Hills Law Office
 40 N. 5th St. Suite B Custer SD 57730
(605) 673-2503
University of Kansas School of Law (2001)
English
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Business Law Civil Rights Criminal Law
Theresa M. Maule - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Maule Law Office, Inc.
 300 S. Courtland #201 Chamberlain SD 57325
(605) 234-5400
University of South Dakota School of Law (1993)
English
South Dakota Bar
Active License
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Estate Planning
Joan Powell - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
Powell Law Office
 16450 291st Street PO Box 271 Gettysburg SD 57442
(605) 280-9521
South Dakota Bar
Active License
Agricultural Law Business Law Criminal Law
Garrett Horn - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 401 Capitol Street Yankton SD 57078
(605) 260-1300
University of South Dakota School of Law
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Arbitration & Mediation Business Law
Christopher Jansen - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 415 14th Ave E. Mobridge SD 57601
(605) 670-0701
University of South Dakota School of Law (2002)
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Criminal Law DUI & DWI Estate Planning
Mark Moreno - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 124 S Euclid Ave Pierre SD 57501
(605) 224-0461
Nebraska Bar
Unknown Status
Antitrust Law Arbitration & Mediation Criminal Law
Jamy Patterson - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 3423 West Main St., Suite B Rapid City SD 57702
(605) 348-2009
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Appeals & Appellate Criminal Law DUI & DWI
Ellery Grey - Attorney
0/5 (0 reviews)
 909 St. Joseph St. Ste.555 Rapid City SD 57702
(605) 791-5454
Baylor Law School (2001)
English
South Dakota Bar
Unknown Status
Cannabis & Marijuana Law Criminal Law Domestic Violence
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